Kaniha turns hot in Mollywood

Kaniha is the most sought-after heroine in the Malayalam film industry after her smash-hit Pazhassi Raja. In the lead role as Kaitheri Makam, opposite Mammootty'sKerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, Kaniha made her presence felt.

She entered the Malayalam film industry when she signed up for the epic film, Her first release was Bhagyadevata, which wasa super hit.

The former Ms Chennai made her debut in Tamil with Five Star,under Mani Ratnam's banner. Aethiree and Varalaaru oppositeMadhavan and Ajith did not help her make a mark in Kollywood.

Now she is busy in Malayalam doing Drona, opposite Mammoottyand once again with Jayaram in My Big Father. About doing moreTamil films, she says: "I'm open to offers. But I prefer films thatare wrapped up quickly and that's why I like Malayalam."